Learning curves are natural for any practical task, from the easiest to the most complex one.
The so-called “hands-on training”, meaning learning by physically touching under …

OBJECTIVE: Training in laparoscopy is still a challenge for the urologic community.
Surgeons in training must learn the laparoscopic techniques, possibly without having ever …

Laparoscopy is a major part of urologists' daily practice. It is becoming more and more
popular and interest in it is increasing, as is the number of urologists attracted by it. Patients …

The lack of globally established standards for learning urological laparoscopy has not
prevented laparoscopic techniques from evolution and continuous development …

Surgical education has evolved over the last three decades due to changes in surgery
starting with the adoption of minimally invasive and image-guided surgical techniques. The …

Abstract Changes to the delivery of surgical services, shortened training times, and an
increasing awareness of patient safety have had a profound effect on surgical training …

The traditional Halstedian model of surgical training, based on a master-apprentice system,
has undergone a major transformation in recent years. Training systems dependent on case …

To reduce the complication rate associated with laparoscopic surgery and to improve
training, several simulators have been incorporated into training curricula and skills courses …

Simulation-based training improves operating room performance. Surgical trainees should
receive it as soon as possible in their education. An ultra-realistic simulator or animal or …

Simulators are often used as educational tools for training surgeons in laparoscopic
procedures. Some surgical simulators have been proven to shorten clinical learning curves …